Is your living room looking a little too...lived in? We asked a group of interior designers to reveal some of their best (and most affordable) decorating ideas.

By Abbe Wright

Photo: Grey Crawford

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Get a "Custom" Piece for Less

"One way to stay within budget, but still maintain a unique look, is to buy a store-bought piece but provide your own fabric, instead of choosing from the standard options. An economical fabric could mean a minor uptick in price for something that feels completely custom-made for you." — Kelly Wearstler, author of Rhapsody (Rizzoli)